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African Candelabra

Euphorbia Ammak 'Green'

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Overview

Euphorbia ammak 'Green', commonly known as African Candelabra, is an impressive, sculptural succulent reaching up to 30 feet in height. Its vertical, ribbed branches resemble a candelabra and are armed with sharp spines. This drought-resistant plant showcases pale green coloration and, under full sun, the edges exhibit a yellowish hue. Ideal for xeriscaping, it creates a bold, exotic focal point in any arid landscape design. Zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater LowZones 11–11
African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — commonly known as African Candelabra

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Euphorbiaceae

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African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — although in garden settings it typically remains smaller
African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — reaching up to 30 feet tall with an approximate width of 10 feet
African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — this architectural plant can grow to impressive heights
African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — this architectural plant can grow to impressive heights; sculptural succulent reaching up to 30 feet in height
African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Ideal for xeriscaping, it creates a bold, exotic focal point in any arid landscape design

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